Printrbot launches $299 Printrbot Simple 3D printer

May.2, 2013

If you just get started and have a thought of building a 3D printer, The Printrbot Simple might be the right product for you. The Printrbot Simple (beta) is described as "an exercise in 3d printing minimalism. It includes only what is needed to get started in the world of 3D printing."

Features:

0.1mm resolution (and beyond)

100mm cube of printing volume (~3.5″ cube)

Printrboard electronics

PLA only (no heat bed)

Ubis 1.75mm Hotend

60lb. test fishing line act as X & Y belt

12v 6A laptop style power supply

Outer dimensions: 7″ x 8″ x 9″

5lb. 2oz. total weight

1/2 lb 1.75mm PLA filament

(Image: Printrbot)

The price is $299 + shipping, and the first 99 to agree to beta test could get a 17% discount, that is $249. The beta testers are asked to post videos, pictures, tweets, FB, etc about their experience and offer
feedback. Check out the details here.